Pinaceae Abies lasiocarpa (Hook.) Nutt.

Subalpine Fir

Nez Perce - Other, Ceremonial Items

Use documented by:
Hart, Jeff, 1992, Montana Native Plants and Early Peoples, Helena. Montana Historical Society Press, page 2

View all documented uses for Abies lasiocarpa (Hook.) Nutt.

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Scientific name: Abies lasiocarpa (Hook.) Nutt.
USDA symbol: ABLAL (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Subalpine Fir
Family: Pinaceae
Family (APG): Pinaceae
Native American Tribe: Nez Perce
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Ceremonial Items
Notes: Branches used to drive away ghosts and bad spirits.

RECRD: 45038 id: 280

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